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Weight loss drugs linked to surprising benefits for migraines and asthma

The Independent·Ella Pickover·18 days ago
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Stay up to date with notifications from The Independent Notifications can be managed in browser preferences. All News Sport Culture Lifestyle The one surprising impact of weight loss jab Ozempic New research indicates that weight-loss medications, specifically GLP-1RA drugs, may alleviate migraine pain and reduce asthma symptoms. A study presented at the European Congress On Obesity found that women using Wegovy for weight management experienced a 7 per cent reduction in prescriptions for triptan-class migraine medication. Separately, another study revealed that individuals prescribed GLP-1 drugs for obesity or type 2 diabetes saw a 26 per cent fall in asthma exacerbations and a 14 per cent drop in reliever inhaler use. Experts suggest that the weight loss achieved with these medications is a significant factor, as it reduces the pro-inflammatory state linked to excess fatty tissue.…

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